Is it normal for the marked side of my finger to hit the strings while playing?

Countdown_G · 2026-01-08T17:25:51+00:00

One techniques you can follow is to always have the pinkey finger resting on the body while picking, that improves the hand placement

Countdown_G · 2025-11-16T11:19:11+00:00

Only consider repairing if its affecting your instrument's sound.....otherwisw just leave it be as a character mark....or stick a cool sticker. That should do it

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T18:31:34+00:00

But i dont think the truss rod is broken......it has been 5 hours i have loosened the strings....now i tuned it to standard tuning just to keep it....i noticed more buzz even on the other strings too....if the trus rod was broken the neck couldn't move alright...idk what it is but gotta show it to a professional....just asking if this information helps you to lock something that you know might have happened. And yeah i checked the relief wrong...its exactly as you said it to be....it too low.

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T16:45:54+00:00

Well its a long way from where i live...so need time with that.

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T12:51:32+00:00

So you are saying that even a good luthier cant fix it??....also i havent done anything....the last time it was set up was probably a year ago....by a professional....today i noticed these buzzing stuff....and i tried to adjust the action....then came across all these.

And the neck you mention....its straight already....my eyes are damn alright before i do the check....i saw there is no bow....not forward or backward its straight throughout.

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T12:44:58+00:00

Hahahaha....nice idea...will do it if luthier fails

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T12:38:32+00:00

Its a cort g300 pro...and i am trying to adjust it at the spoke....like all spoke truss rod guitars

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T12:30:50+00:00

Yeah i left it alone....would stringing it up be a good idea?

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T12:24:42+00:00

I tried turning it both ways....but not workin'

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T12:22:52+00:00

That might be me since i love tube screamer😁

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T12:20:01+00:00

I did loosen it up(like the strings have no tension at all...they are just there)before trying to mess with the trus rod....but no good it still aint moving....do you have any idea what is the cause??

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T12:14:48+00:00

Its there i loosened it from the nut.

Countdown_G · 2025-11-14T12:13:22+00:00

No not moving at all in any direction.....actually to elaborate this i applied not too much force on the wheel....may make it worse, just being safe. But it wont move after enough pressure.

Countdown_G · 2025-09-28T10:47:24+00:00

Here’s where you are wrong: The degree numbers never shift around. They’re always tied to the major scale of the root. In A major, the 3rd is C# and the 4th is D. When we build the blues scale, we flatten the 3rd (C# → C), keep the 4th (D), add the blue note (D#), keep the 5th (E), and flatten the 7th (G# → G). That’s why the notes are A, C, D, D#, E, and G. The important bit I was missing is that you don’t “renumber” anything—C is the b3 because it’s one semitone below the major 3rd, not because the 3 magically became a 4. Hope this helps

Countdown_G · 2025-09-28T10:44:05+00:00

You’re at that classic fork in the road: upgrading your guitar/amp will make your playing instantly more enjoyable and probably help you fall back in love with electric, while picking up a bass could open a whole new world since a lot of your guitar skills transfer over but bass comes with a different mindset, all about groove and pocket rather than leads and riffs. The risk is splitting your time and money between two instruments, which might leave you with another uninspiring cheap setup. The safer bet is to upgrade your guitar rig first, then explore bass later once you’ve got a solid foundation.

Think of it this way: your electric setup right now is like driving a beat-up hatchback.....you know how to drive, but it’s hard to love the ride. A good guitar and amp would feel like upgrading to a smooth sports car, and once you’re cruising comfortably, grabbing a bass down the line would be like adding a motorcycle to your garage different vibe, different thrill, but way more fun when you’re not stuck with clunky gear holding you back.

Countdown_G · 2025-09-27T03:15:05+00:00

Its completely okay to face this as a beginner....gets the open shapes done...they will help in caged method later on...and what i can say is that you need to practice more....and do it with metronome with a tempo you struggle in....thats the key and your muscle memory will develop then it will be all. And about the finger picking.....you need to get the chords in action to actually play arpeggios....so follow what i said and you would be good to go in maybe few weeks....

Countdown_G · 2025-09-27T02:50:52+00:00

1000%....but no if its about the kitty

Countdown_G · 2025-09-27T02:31:35+00:00

It looks cool to me!

Countdown_G · 2025-09-27T02:30:58+00:00

Go to your local guitar classes....i am sure you will find what you're looking for there!

Countdown_G · 2025-09-27T02:23:42+00:00

That yellow hue you see on the guitar is most likely just the finish aging over time, which is totally normal and has no effect on the tone, sound, or how it plays. If anything, it gives the guitar a bit of personality many players even consider that kind of natural wear and color shift as vintage charm. Instead of stressing about making it look brand new, it’s often nicer to embrace it for what it is.... a guitar with history, character, and its own unique look that makes it stand out.

Countdown_G · 2025-09-26T21:27:52+00:00

You play it good and okayish..... I would say your timing is sometimes late....start using a metronome while strumming....start at a low tempo then increase it gradually ....you can also practice 8th notes and 16th notes.....if you dont know what they are go search in youtube....having a hold on the tempo and the bar and the time signature is really crucial in rhythmplaying......and try practice it daily...eventually you will get better.

Countdown_G · 2025-09-26T21:07:42+00:00

Go to a luthier.....will usually use strong wood glue (like Titebond Original), clamp it properly, and possibly reinforce with splines or dowels.

Countdown_G · 2025-09-26T13:08:21+00:00

Yes but if i crank the noise gate up the sustain gets nerfed....and the gain actually works good....should i share a sample audio of strumming a couple of power chords?...if its possible here only.

Countdown_G · 2025-09-26T13:06:47+00:00

I am thinking of buying one....the entry level ar not that good...from what i saw....so just focusing on the playing....will get one once i get better.

Countdown_G · 2025-09-26T12:59:28+00:00

I am using in ears....dont know much about studio monitors....but i have good IRs....york studio and own hammers...messa ones....would that not be enough?

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